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Facing a County Court Judgement (CCJ) can be daunting, but My Debt Plan is here to assist. We provide advice on dealing with CCJs, helping you understand the process and your options. Our team guides you through steps to address the judgement, whether it involves negotiating payment terms, disputing the claim, or exploring ways to have the CCJ set aside. With personalised advice tailored to your situation, My Debt Plan ensures you take the right actions to minimise the impact on your credit score. Let us help you manage CCJs effectively and regain control of your financial future.
A County Court Judgement (CCJ) is a legal decree issued by a county court instructing you to repay a debt. It’s a procedural step initiated by a creditor in their pursuit of debt collection. CCJs offer creditors a straightforward means to reclaim money rightfully owed by individuals.
Upon receiving a County Court claim form, it’s crucial to respond within 14 days. The judgement outlines the owed amount, payment instructions, deadline, and payment recipient. Failure to provide necessary information may result in an unaffordable repayment schedule and further legal actions.
Prior to initiating a CCJ, creditors must furnish all details of the claim, including debt particulars. Failure to respond to this letter empowers creditors to proceed with court action independently. Responding within 30 days is imperative, providing realistic financial information and seeking debt repayment advice if needed.
Court forms pertaining to debts regulated by the Consumer Credit Act must follow certain protocols, including prior default notifications. These forms, comprising the N1 Claim Form, N9 Response Pack, N9A Admission, and N9B Defence and counterclaim, should include comprehensive details and adhere to specific formatting standards.
Maintaining payment records is crucial, whether via direct payments or standing orders. Timely payments are essential to avoid further legal consequences or additional fines. Requests to modify payments require completion of the N245 Application form, along with disclosure of income and expenses, often incurring an additional court fee.
In case of payment difficulties due to changed circumstances or unsuitable repayment terms, applying to alter payment terms or challenging the CCJ’s validity is an option. Such challenges may necessitate a private hearing and may incur a fee.
Creditors may resort to bailiffs to recover debts, requiring court authorization. Adequate repayment compliance can pre-empt bailiff visits, while failing to do so may escalate legal actions.
Consolidating multiple debts into manageable payments can prevent further creditor actions, provided payments are maintained. Debt consolidation, feasible for debts totaling under £5,000, requires completion of the N92 Application For An Administration Order form.
The CCJ Register, a public repository, lists judgements issued against individuals, providing details such as defendant’s name, court particulars, judgement amount, and resolution status. CCJs typically remain on record for six years unless set aside or paid off.
Access to the CCJ Register via the Registry Trust Limited website requires a nominal fee. Individuals can verify their own records for accuracy or before applying for credit. Incorrect information can be rectified by contacting Trust Online, which liaises with courts for verification.
Navigating CCJs demands diligence and informed action to mitigate financial repercussions. Understanding the process and seeking appropriate assistance can alleviate the burden of debt and safeguard financial stability.
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Credit Score Pop Up Wording : An Individual Voluntary Arrangement (IVA) is a formal agreement with creditors to repay a portion of your debts over time, but it does have an impact on your credit score and it will be difficult to obtain further credit whilst on an IVA. Once an IVA is approved, it is recorded on your credit report and will typically remain there for six years from the date it starts.
However, it’s important to note this is the case for most debt solutions and your credit score will likely already have been affected by being in debt in the first place.
Once your IVA is complete you will get a fresh start to begin rebuilding your credit rating.
IVA costs are charged for the preparation of your proposal and the administration of the arrangement for the full term (usually 5 years) these costs are charged from the monthly contributions you make into the IVA and are not in addition. Costs will only be recovered on approval of your arrangement and once you commence making payments to it. The fees for preparation of the proposal to creditors and calling the meeting for creditors to vote on its approval are called nominees fees, the fees for running the arrangement once approved are called supervisors fees. There are also some expenses incurred in the running of the arrangement such as the registration fee and the statutory insurance that needs to be taken by law, these are called disbursements. For our arrangements, the total of all of these is £3,650 although this may be adjusted by creditors when they vote on whether to accept. No matter what the end total of costs come to, you can be rest assured that these will be taken from the monthly payment we agree with you.
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